Welcome to Episode 2089 Stevie Kim moderates Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner – In this episode, Markus Patz interviews Bianca Ferrini. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and replayed here on the Italian Wine Podcast! In this interview, today’s guest moderator covers many learning objectives from inspirations over achievements to aspirations, with the main focus being how to learn loving and appreciating Italian wines.  Co-Moderator - Markus Patz  Meet Markus Patz, a mechanical engineer turned wine professional who, twenty years ago, driven by his deep love for wine and adventure, made the bold decision to relocate to Australia. Originally from Germany, Markus proudly embraces his multicultural heritage and calls Australia home. Markus is an International Wine Merchant and Italian Wine Ambassador (of course!), a Certified WSET Educator, Certified Sommelier, Italian and French Wine Scholar, Wine Judge, Panelist, Writer, Speaker, and, above all, an Event Host. Known for his engaging 'edutainment' style, he seamlessly blends wine education with fun, earning him the nickname 'Mr. Showman.' Markus' dedication to the wine industry extends beyond his professional achievements. He volunteers as a Mentor for the Australian Wine Industry Program, where he inspires and supports the next generation of wine professionals. With his infectious enthusiasm and unwavering commitment, Markus Patz is a true ambassador for the world of wine. Connect:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MarkusPatz8 Instagram @markus_patz @danmurphys_markus LinkedIn https://au.linkedin.com/in/markuswpatz Website https://merchants.danmurphys.com.au/en_US/markuspatz Guest Bio - Bianca Ferrini A dream, a mission, a challenge: in 2002, after years of research, agronomist and winemaker Carlo Ferrini finally identified a promise-filled plot of vines in the noble earth of Brunello di Montalcino. Today, on the street between Sant’Angelo in Colle and Sant’Antimo monastery complex, Ferrini cultivates six hectares of vineyard, divided into three parcels.  The first (at 300 m a.s.l.) is shallow and gravel-rich, while the other two (at 400 m a.s.l.) are deeper, with clay soils. The clones he selected are all low-vigour Sangiovese biotypes that produce loose clusters and very tiny berries. The first bottled wine was of the 2009 vintage. Giodo, the name being a tribute to Carlo’s parents Giovanna and Donatello. The second project of Ferrini family, was in Sicily. In particular Carl falled in love with Mount Etna and its main grapes, Nerello Mascalese and Carricante. Thus began the history of Alberelli di Giodo, with its first vintage in 2016. It is the fruit of eight small handkerchiefs of land, lying at elevations of 700-950 metres, that together make up little more than one hectare. Co-existing with olive and fruit trees, these precious, pre-phylloxera vines have survived for 80-100 years, all trained to the ancient alberello, or low bush-trained, system. All of this is a passion shared with his daughter Bianca, who has worked alongside Ferrini right from the very beginning of rooting his dream in the earth. Connect Facebook GIODO Instagram giodowines Website www.giodo.it Email bianca.ferrini@giodo.it">bianca.ferrini@giodo.it _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/  Facebook www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast  Twitter www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast  Tiktok www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp  LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast  If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Follow Italian Wine Podcast for more great content - winery interviews from the Clubhouse sessions! Psssst…FYI, this show is our most popular show, find out why by tuning-in!